An OB/GYN (obstetrician/gynecologist) is a physician who specializes in women’s healthcare, particularly the reproductive system and related organs and processes. These doctors provide comprehensive medical care for women throughout all of the different stages of life, focusing on areas including reproductive health, preventive care screenings, pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause. Regular OB/GYN visits are an important
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5 Ways to Manage Hot Flashes
Every year in the U.S., millions of women enter menopause — and as many as 80% suffer from hot flashes that often go hand-in-hand with a decline in estrogen. Hot flashes occur when the blood vessels near the surface of your skin suddenly dilate, resulting in feelings of warmth, typically accompanied by sweating.Although hot flashes are a
Read MoreUnderstanding Your Birth Control Options
At Dekalb Women’s Specialists, we help women in Decatur, Lithonia, and Stone Mountain, Georgia, select the best birth control methods for their lifestyles, goals, and needs. We offer an array of options, along with education and guidance to help you make the right choice for you. If you’re considering starting birth control or if you want to change the
Read MoreThe Importance of a Well-Woman Exam
Women lead busy lives, with lots of demands and responsibilities at home, at work, and in their social lives. It can be hard to carve out the time to see the doctor, especially if you’re not sick. But if you’re not seeing the doctor for regular well-woman visits, you could be leaving yourself open to
Read MoreMeet & Greet Event Update: July 16th, 2020
This year, DeKalb Women’s Specialists is offering Meet & Greet events to meet your providers, tour the hospital’s labor and delivery facility, and have an opportunity to ask questions. There is limited seating, so remember to RSVP! Event Details Attendees will have the opportunity to virtually meet their providers, ask questions, and tour the hospital’s
Read MoreCongratulations Asia and Mandy!
DeKalb Women’s Specialists would like to congratulate Asia and Mandy, daughters of Dr. Kathleen Johnson, along with all the other 2020 graduates!May you celebrate your graduation remembering special memories from your past and exciting dreams for your future. Happy graduation!
Read More2020 Meet & Greet Events
This year, DeKalb Women’s Specialists is offering Meet & Greet events to meet your providers, tour the hospital’s labor and delivery facility, and have an opportunity to ask questions. There is limited seating, so remember to RSVP! Event Details Attendees will have the opportunity to meet their providers, ask questions, and tour the hospital’s labor
Read MoreOur February 2018 Newborns!
Meet our beautiful February newborns of Dekalb Women’s Specialists!
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